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December 7, 2024 at 12:04 PM

Our reporting gets results

Every gift makes a difference Hi Reader, All year, you’ve seen ProPublica reporters expose one injustice after another.  In January, we reported on how school voucher expansions have unleashed a flood of additional taxpayer dollars to the benefit of families already enrolled in private schools. In O…

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December 3, 2024 at 11:04 PM

#GivingNewsDay | Hours left for a ProPublica thank-you gift! ⏰

Support fearless journalism that spurs real-world changeHi Reader,  There are only a few hours left to go for #GivingNewsDay, and when the clock strikes midnight, our thank-you gifts will be gone. Join us right now and you’ll get the ProPublica laptop sticker, etched glass or T-shirt.  We’ve raised …

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December 3, 2024 at 5:06 PM

Donate today and get a thank-you gift! ❤️

Only for #GivingNewsDay!Hi Reader,  Today is #GivingNewsDay, and ProPublica has a goal of 2,000 new and renewing members today. I’m so grateful to everyone we’ve heard from so far — the outpouring of support for our fearless journalism this year has been overwhelming. If you’re in a position to do s…

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December 3, 2024 at 12:53 PM

Formaldehyde increases our cancer risk. Little is being done to curb how much of it we breathe.

Plus: Check the formaldehyde cancer risk in your neighborhood. Nonprofit, investigative journalism on a mission to hold the powerful to account. Donate The Big Story December 03, 2024 · View in browser In today's newsletter: The EPA’s attempts t…

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December 3, 2024 at 10:33 AM

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Support fearless journalism in the public interestHi Reader,  Today is #GivingNewsDay, a day of celebrating and supporting the kind of news that helps make our communities and our country stronger, better, more empathetic and more just. Kick off this holiday season by supporting nonprofit, independe…

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December 2, 2024 at 11:05 AM

Early notice on #GivingNewsDay extras

Your gift is matched + get a T-shirt or a glass!Hi Reader,  Tomorrow is #GivingNewsDay here at ProPublica, and because we’ve got two amazing incentives to help us hit our goal of 2,000 donors, I’m getting a head start and telling you about them today.   First, thanks to an anonymous family, your gif…

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November 26, 2024 at 12:21 PM

How Trump plans to seize the power of the purse from Congress

The second-term president likely will seek to cut off spending that lawmakers have already appropriated, setting off a constitutional struggle within the branches. If successful, he could wield the power to punish perceived foes. Nonprofit, investigative journalism on a mission to hold the powe…

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November 25, 2024 at 12:34 PM

Impact alert: Texas lawmakers push for new exceptions to strict abortion ban

The new legislation was prompted by ProPublica’s reporting on Josseli Barnica and Nevaeh Crain, who died after they could not access timely reproductive care in Texas. Nonprofit, investigative journalism on a mission to hold the powerful to account. Donate T…

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November 22, 2024 at 11:38 AM

Why nonprofit news like ours is thriving

Join us today, we’re stronger together Donate Hi Reader,   In a media landscape where traditional news outlets are shrinking and audience trust is eroding, I’m proud to say that ProPublica stands out as a success story. A recent Washington Post column highlights why: Nonprofit journalism is thrivin…

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November 19, 2024 at 12:42 PM

Inside UnitedHealth’s playbook for limiting mental health coverage

United’s practices were deemed illegal in three states. But that hasn’t stopped the company from policing mental health care with arbitrary thresholds and cost-driven targets. Nonprofit, investigative journalism on a mission to hold the powerful to account. Donate …

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November 13, 2024 at 12:00 PM

Lincare made billions while repeatedly defrauding Medicare

Feds did little to rein it in. Nonprofit, investigative journalism on a mission to hold the powerful to account. Donate The Big Story November 13, 2024 · View in browser In today’s newsletter: How Lincare became a multibillion-dollar Medicare sc…

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November 11, 2024 at 12:01 PM

An Idaho baby’s unexplained death

The death got no autopsy and a scant coroner’s investigation. State law says that’s fine. Nonprofit, investigative journalism on a mission to hold the powerful to account. Donate The Big Story November 11, 2024 · View in browser In today’s newsl…

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November 8, 2024 at 7:10 PM

Fearless, independent journalism needs your support

We need your help Donate Hi Reader,  ProPublica’s role as an investigative newsroom is to tell the verifiable truth with facts, data and receipts. While the months and years ahead indicate major changes in the role of government in our lives, our resolve to continue this work remains as steadfast as…

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November 7, 2024 at 8:09 PM

How we'll cover a second Trump presidency

Trump’s business interests, reproductive health and immigration are some of the topics our reporters will focus on. Nonprofit, investigative journalism on a mission to hold the powerful to account. Donate The Big Story November 07, 2024 · View in…

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November 4, 2024 at 7:04 PM

Trump claims “illegal alien” voting is rampant. His own party disagrees.

In a private video training session, a top Pennsylvania Republican National Committee official reassured a new poll watcher that undocumented people could not possibly vote in the state. Nonprofit, investigative journalism on a mission to hold the powerful to account. Donate …

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November 3, 2024 at 12:32 PM

A pro-gun, anti-abortion border sheriff appealed to both parties. Then he was painted as soft on immigration.

Immigration is high on voters’ minds and is disrupting long-standing political allegiances. Nonprofit, investigative journalism on a mission to hold the powerful to account. Donate The Big Story November 03, 2024 · View in browser In today’s new…

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November 1, 2024 at 2:17 PM

Your Readership Makes an Impact – Thank You From ProPublica

How our journalism spurred change in 2024 Donate Dear Reader, Your readership is more than just clicks to us; it’s a partnership in the relentless pursuit of truth and accountability. Thanks to your support, we have been able to delve deeply into stories with the biggest potential for real-world cha…

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November 1, 2024 at 12:42 PM

A pregnant teenager died after trying to get care in three visits to Texas emergency rooms

She’s one of at least two Texas women who died under the state’s abortion ban. Nonprofit, investigative journalism on a mission to hold the powerful to account. Donate The Big Story November 01, 2024 · View in browser In today’s newsletter: The …

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October 31, 2024 at 11:34 AM

In Minnesota, the Mayo Clinic sometimes called the shots with Gov. Tim Walz

The governor’s ties to the Mayo Clinic raise questions about the world-renowned hospital’s potential influence on federal health care reform. Nonprofit, investigative journalism on a mission to hold the powerful to account. Donate The Big Story O…

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October 30, 2024 at 11:35 AM

A Texas woman died after the hospital said it would be a “crime” to intervene in her miscarriage

Josseli Barnica is one of at least two Texas women who died after doctors delayed emergency care under the state’s abortion laws. Nonprofit, investigative journalism on a mission to hold the powerful to account. Donate The Big Story October 30, 2…

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October 29, 2024 at 10:02 AM

Facts matter for a healthy democracy

Fearless journalism in the public interest Donate Hi, Reader,  One of the most consequential elections of our lifetime is happening one week from today. Who owns and ultimately controls newsrooms has become a lightning-rod issue, as The Washington Post and the Los Angeles Times declined to endorse…

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October 28, 2024 at 12:17 PM

Inside a key MAGA leader’s plans for a new Trump agenda

Videos reveal Trump adviser’s “shadow” plan for second administration. Nonprofit, investigative journalism on a mission to hold the powerful to account. Donate The Big Story October 28, 2024 · View in browser In today’s newsletter: Videos reveal…

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October 26, 2024 at 1:37 PM

Behind Christian nationalism’s influence on the 2024 election

The Christian right has become an increasingly powerful force in American politics. Its roots trace back decades. Nonprofit, investigative journalism on a mission to hold the powerful to account. Donate The Big Story October 26, 2024 · View in br…

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October 24, 2024 at 11:31 AM

Gun companies gave customers’ personal information to political operatives

At least 10 gun industry businesses, including Glock, Smith & Wesson, Remington and Mossberg, secretly handed over names, addresses and other data to lobbyists, who used the details to rally firearm owners to elect pro-gun politicians. Nonprofit, investigative journalism on a mission to hol…

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October 23, 2024 at 5:42 PM

Inside the company helping health insurers deny coverage for care

Plus, how another Trump presidency could dismantle federal agencies. Nonprofit, investigative journalism on a mission to hold the powerful to account. Donate The Big Story October 23, 2024 · View in browser In today’s newsletter: Inside the comp…

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October 22, 2024 at 5:28 PM

Investigating the integrity of our elections

Our reporters dive deep into battleground states Donate Hi Reader,  The election is 14 days away. Polling indicates a tight race that could be decided by razor-thin margins in a few key states. It’s possible that a clear victor will emerge on Election Day, but in the event that that doesn’t happen…

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October 22, 2024 at 11:30 AM

The new immigration: What’s happening on the border and in places across the U.S.

Plus: A welder died while building a ship for the U.S. government. His family got nothing. Nonprofit, investigative journalism on a mission to hold the powerful to account. Donate The Big Story October 22, 2024 · View in browser In today’s newsl…

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October 19, 2024 at 11:30 AM

The ghosts of John Tanton

Far-right extremists are embracing a decades-old playbook that uses environmentalism to justify anti-immigrant beliefs. Nonprofit, investigative journalism on a mission to hold the powerful to account. Donate The Big Story October 19, 2024 · View…

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October 18, 2024 at 11:17 AM

JD Vance campaign event with Christian right leaders may have violated tax and election laws, experts say

Ziklag and the Courage Tour, the far-right groups that hosted the Republican vice-presidential nominee, are charities that can’t legally intervene in political campaigns. Nonprofit, investigative journalism on a mission to hold the powerful to account. Donate …

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October 13, 2024 at 1:01 PM

People charged with domestic violence, child abuse or DUIs are walking free in Anchorage

The city blames a lack of lawyers. Nonprofit, investigative journalism on a mission to hold the powerful to account. Donate The Big Story October 13, 2024 · View in browser In today’s newsletter: Why are hundreds of criminal cases being dismisse…

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October 11, 2024 at 11:00 AM

In this Texas county, the far right’s vision for local governing has come to life

From cutting social services to changing election rules, Tarrant County Judge Tim O’Hare has pushed his agenda with an uncompromising approach. Nonprofit, investigative journalism on a mission to hold the powerful to account. Donate The Big Story …

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October 6, 2024 at 1:13 PM

A Georgia election rule could have decisive impact on 2024 outcome

An examination of a new election rule in Georgia suggests that local officials in just a handful of rural counties could exclude enough votes to affect the outcome of the 2024 presidential race. Nonprofit, investigative journalism on a mission to hold the powerful to account. Donate …

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October 4, 2024 at 11:31 AM

Inside the State Department’s weapons pipeline to Israel

Leaked cables and emails show how the agency’s top officers dismissed internal evidence of Israelis misusing American-made bombs and worked around the clock to rush more out while the Gaza death toll mounted. Nonprofit, investigative journalism on a mission to hold the powerful to account. Do…

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October 3, 2024 at 3:05 PM

How abortion bans affect maternal health

For years, ProPublica has examined the deaths of pregnant women and new mothers to uncover problems that can prevent other deaths. Now, we are investigating the impact of abortion bans on maternal health. Nonprofit, investigative journalism on a mission to hold the powerful to account. Donate…

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October 2, 2024 at 11:37 AM

A pair of billionaire preachers built the most powerful political machine in Texas. That’s just the start.

Tim Dunn and Farris Wilks are poised to take their Christian nationalist agenda nationwide. Nonprofit, investigative journalism on a mission to hold the powerful to account. Donate The Big Story October 02, 2024 · View in browser In today’s news…

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September 28, 2024 at 12:31 PM

Maylia and Jack: A story of teens and fentanyl

Two teens got caught up in a system unprepared to handle kids on either side of the drug trade. Nonprofit, investigative journalism on a mission to hold the powerful to account. Donate The Big Story September 28, 2024 · View in browser In today’…

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September 27, 2024 at 8:05 PM

⏱️ Final hours of our member drive! ⏱️

Join us by midnight! Hi Reader,  We are in the final moments of our fall member drive, and I’m asking you to join us before the midnight deadline by making a donation right now.    Over the past two weeks, more than 4,000 readers have stepped up to give their support. They’ve donated $25, $100, som…

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September 27, 2024 at 9:32 AM

Today: Your donation is doubled 💚💚

Last day of our fall member drive Hi Reader,  Today is the final day of our fall member drive, and I’m asking you to join us as a new member of ProPublica. To help us succeed in these final, critical hours, a longtime ProPublica donor who wishes to remain anonymous has put forward a $20,000 matchin…

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September 26, 2024 at 11:32 AM

Texas rushed to remove millions from Medicaid. That move cost eligible residents care.

Some children were forced to forgo or postpone lifesaving operations, doctors say. Nonprofit, investigative journalism on a mission to hold the powerful to account. Donate The Big Story September 26, 2024 · View in browser In today’s newsletter:…

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September 26, 2024 at 10:34 AM

Investigating Governors Governing

Member drive deadline: tomorrow Hi Reader,  For informed decision-making at the polls, voters need to know how their leaders govern, which campaign promises they keep and where they fall short. ProPublica’s nonpartisan investigations reveal what’s going on behind closed doors in government buildings…

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September 25, 2024 at 10:04 AM

Exposing the truth, no matter the risk

Member drive ends Friday, donate now Hi Reader,  The rigorous, impact-driven investigative journalism being published from our newsroom every day is time consuming and expensive. When we say expensive, what does that mean? Of course, there’s salaries, office space and equipment. Journalists sometime…

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September 24, 2024 at 11:59 AM

Israel deliberately blocked humanitarian aid to Gaza, two government bodies concluded. Antony Blinken disagreed.

Blinken told Congress, “We do not currently assess that the Israeli government is prohibiting or otherwise restricting” aid, even though the U.S. Agency for International Development and others had determined that Israel had broken the law. Nonprofit, investigative journalism on a mission to ho…

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September 24, 2024 at 10:17 AM

Investigating forever chemicals and decades of secrecy at 3M

Member Drive ends this Friday Hi Reader,  Even after years of reporting on forever chemicals, ProPublica reporter Sharon Lerner had questions that nagged at her. She knew that a handful of 3M scientists and lawyers had learned in the 1970s that one of the company’s fluorochemicals, PFOS, had seeped …

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September 23, 2024 at 9:35 AM

Holding the courts to account

Member drive ends on Friday, join us now Hi Reader,  In recent years, ProPublica has kept a penetrating eye on the American judicial system, consistently digging up details about judges’ behavior off the bench and exposing the web of money, influence and power reshaping America’s courts.   Just las…

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September 21, 2024 at 11:06 AM

Investigating, post-Roe

Donate today, help us continue to follow investigations like this Hi Reader,  When the Supreme Court overturned Roe v. Wade and the constitutional right to abortion in 2022, strict bans on the procedure kicked in across the country. Women, in at least 22 states, had fewer options to end pregnancies…

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September 20, 2024 at 10:05 AM

No one tells us what to do

Demanding transparency from corporations - support independent journalism Hi Reader,  As the global climate crisis grows more urgent by the day, more and more corporations are being called to take responsibility for their environmental impacts. Plastic has been accumulating in our landfills, our wa…

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September 19, 2024 at 11:08 AM

Emails show Tim Walz struggled with police reform after police killed George Floyd, Daunte Wright

Spring 2021 saw escalating tensions in Minnesota: Police had killed Daunte Wright less than a year after George Floyd. Caught between the demands of Black organizers and Republican lawmakers, Tim Walz struggled to chart a course for police reform. Nonprofit, investigative journalism on a missio…

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September 19, 2024 at 9:47 AM

Voters deserve the truth about elected leaders

Independent journalism powered by the people Hi Reader,  There is nothing more powerful in a democracy than an informed public. People can vote out corruption, incompetence or ineffectiveness, but only if they know about it. Voters must know the truth about their leaders if they are going to hold th…

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September 18, 2024 at 11:11 AM

Afraid to Seek Care Amid Georgia’s Abortion Ban, She Stayed at Home and Died

Candi Miller’s family said she didn't visit a doctor “due to the current legislation on pregnancies and abortions.” Maternal health experts deemed her death preventable and blamed Georgia’s abortion ban. Nonprofit, investigative journalism on a mission to hold the powerful to account. Donate …

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September 18, 2024 at 10:34 AM

Journalism that gets results

Examples of reader-funded journalism that spurs impact Hi Reader,  A healthy democracy requires strong journalism like ProPublica’s, with the power to insist upon transparency up to the highest levels of government, businesses, institutions and more. We need folks like you to support our in-depth, …

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